jan 1, 1845 - Annexation of Texas
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Texas had become independant from Mexico in 1836 = Republic of Texas (Anglo-American majority and fear of Mexican Authority regarding religion, slavery, etc.)
In 1845, Republic of Texas applied for admission to the Union (ok for expansionists but not ok for abolitionists).
Manifest Destiny expansionists = extend US territory + fear of British presence.
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